$1,450 / set
H 37.75 in W 22.5 in D 22.5 in
Pair Of Neoclassical Style Star Arm Chairs By Theodore Alexander
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A pair of very well made Armchairs with solid wood frames having handsome graining with intentional distressing in a good polished medium stain and the chairs feature Brass Star emb...
Brass
$8,500 / set
H 35 in W 29.5 in D 29 in
Pair of Tortoise Shell Lounge Chairs/ Marquis by Theodore Alexander, Fauteuils
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Tortoise Shell Lounge Chairs/ Marquis by Theodore Alexander, Fauteuils A stunning pair of Louis XV Style Large Arm or Lounge Chairs by Theodore Alexander.
Fabric, Wood
$4,035Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 41.74 in W 22.45 in D 22.45 in
Fine Set of 8 Leather Bamboo-Effect Dining Chairs Made by Theodore Alexander
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Crawley, GB
fine set of eight modern turned wooden bamboo-effect dining chairs by Theodore Alexander, the seats and backs with brown leather upholstery .
Leather, Oak
$1,143
H 39.38 in W 19.3 in D 22.05 in
ART DECO STYLE THEODORE ALEXANDER OFFICE SIDE CHAIR WITH PONY HiDE SEAT
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Exquisite Art Deco Style Office Side Chair. Crafted by Theodore Alexander, captures the elegance and sophistication of the era.
Hardwood
$3,500 / set
H 42.5 in W 22 in D 22 in
Set of Six English Oak Faux Bamboo Six-Splat Ladder Back Chairs with Rush Seats
Located in Germantown, MD
This is original, discontinued version of An "Evening with the Friends Side Chair" by Theodore Alexander. Overall measurements with 22" in with, 22.5" in depth and 43" in height and...
Hardwood, Faux Bamboo, Mahogany, Oak
Lancashire Dining Chairs by Theodore Alexander Set of 4
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Set of (4) Lancashire Style Dining Chairs by THEODORE ALEXANDER Spindle Back Solid Wood & Leather App...
Wood, Leather
MCM Dining Chairs by Theodore Alexander - Set of 6
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Set of (6) Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs in Velvet by THEODORE ALEXANDER With Klismos legs capped in...
Chrome
12 Traditional Style Leather Seat Dining Chairs by Theodore Alexander
Located in Houston, TX
Set comprised of two arm chairs and ten side chairs. Each Having finely carved splat backs and shaped crest rails. The front legs of cabriole form with acanthus leaf carved knees ...
Walnut
Sold
H 36 in W 34 in D 34 in
20th-C. Art Deco Style Channel Back Club Chairs by Theodore Alexander, Pair
By TRS
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of Art Deco style channel back club chairs by TRS for Theodore Alexander. Although the upholstery is not strong, it is difficult to miss the quality of the frame and f...
Upholstery, Wood
Sold
H 38.75 in W 20.5 in D 22 in
Theodore Alexander Carved Mahogany Shield Back Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By Theodore Alexander
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of six carved mahogany shield back dining chairs By Theodore Alexander circa 1990s Measures: Armchairs - 24.38" W x 23.5" D x 39.5" H.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Sold
H 42.5 in W 25 in D 24 in
Theodore Alexander Spanish Revival Carved Mahogany Arm Desk Chair Velvet Seat
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Dayton, OH
A charming late 20th century arm chair by Theodore Alexander. Features a mahogany framed with interlaced and pierced back over green velvet seat and square tapered legs.
Velvet, Mahogany
Luxury Set Of Six Theodore Alexander Leather Dining Chairs
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Crawley, GB
Fine set of 6 modern spiral turned chestnut dining chairs by Theodore Alexander. The seats and backs have soft brown leather upholstery - with fire retardant safety labels attached u...
Leather, Chestnut
Sold
H 44 in W 33 in D 27 in
Theodore Alexander TRS Upholstery Mahogany Striped Fabric Fireside Wing Chair
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Long Branch, NJ
Theodore Alexander TRS Upholstery Mahogany Striped Fabric Fireside Wing Chair Dimensions : 44" Tall X 33" Wide X 27" Deep This chair was made by Theodore Alexander one of the premi...
Fabric, Mahogany
Vintage Theodore Alexander Carved Gilt Arm Chairs, Pair
By Theodore Alexander
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Regency arm chairs. Made by the iconic Theodore Alexander group.
Cane
Set of 6 Silver Leaf Ebonized French Regency Style Dining Chairs
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a superb and extremely attractive set of French Regency dining chairs we believer made by Theodore Alexander though not labeled.
Walnut
Contemporary Roll-Arm Chair and Matching Ottoman by Keno Bros.
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Astoria, NY
A contemporary cream linen roll arm chair and ottoman by Keno Bros. with curved stainless legs. Matching settee available. Dimensions chair: 34" H x 35" W x 22" D Dimensions ot...
Stainless Steel
French Bergiere Chair by Theodore Alexander
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Dallas, TX
This would have been a very expensive chair to buy when originally bought from Theodore Alexander.
Cane, Walnut
Sold
H 39 in W 25.5 in D 22 in
Vintage Theodore Alexander Sheraton Style Mahogany Brown Leather Side Desk Chair
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Dayton, OH
An exquisite late 20th century side chair by Theodore Alexander. Designed in the manner of Sheraton / Federal styling with a sculptural back and large seat over square tapered legs ...
Leather, Mahogany
Sold
H 40.5 in W 23 in D 25 in
Theodore Alexander Georgian Queen Anne Style Mahogany & Leather Arm Desk Chair
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Dayton, OH
A stately arm chair by Theodore Alexander. Modeled after a traditional Georgian Period Queen Anne chair.
Leather, Mahogany
Set of Six Theodore Alexander Sommer Dining Chairs
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive set of six beech hardwood dining chairs designed by Theodore Alexander. The set of sommer chairs feature a scoop back or barrel form frame with a cut out in the back.
Fabric, Beech
Set of Eight English Regency Walnut Caned Dining Chairs
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of eight English regency style dining chairs hand-crafted by Theodore Alexander. The chairs feature solid walnut frames with double cane inset panels on the scrolled back.
Bronze
Theodore Alexander Set of 2 Skirted Upholstered Chairs
Located in Sparks Glencoe, MD
Absolutely gorgeous set of 2 upholstered skirted wingback chairs by Theodore Alexander. The chairs are in great condition with a couple minor marks on the back.
Upholstery
THEODORE ALEXANDER Mahogany Hepplewhite Dining Chairs - Set of 8
By Theodore Alexander, Hickory White
Located in Charlotte, NC
A set of eight dining chairs in the Hepplewhite style by Theodore Alexander of Hickory, North Carolina, USA.
Brass
Regency Style Dining Chairs
By Theodore Alexander
Located in New Haven, CT
This Classic set of eight Regency style dining chairs was produced by Theodore Alexander. It is hand-carved of mahogany and has been ebonized and gilded to highest standards.
Mahogany
Pillow Chair by Ash - Mint Velvet
By ASH NYC
Located in New York, NY
The Ash Pillow Chair, everyone’s favorite companion reimagined in a new textile in four luscious colorways. A comfortable, custom-woven, fully upholstered velvet throne dreamed in an...
Velvet
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
$658Sale Price / item|55% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade ...
Oak
Sasco Semi-Flush Mount Brass Light Fixture, Custom Finishes
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
The Sasco is a versatile custom-made solid brass and glass globe light fixture, which can be mounted on the ceiling or wall. Shown here in our factory brass, an uneven unfinished br...
Brass
Pair of Murano Glass Wall Sconces, Art Deco Style, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Murano glass wall sconces, in stock Fume color and horizontal striation texture Black opaline finials and brass accents Art Deco inspired design. Gives off warm beams of lig...
Brass
Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...
Brass
Geometric Mid Century Open Bookcase
Located in Westwood, NJ
Finished in Batavia Black with a Sandbar finish interior, this bookcase showcases rhythmic, crescent-shaped oval cut-outs that form an architectural silhouette—an homage to the sculp...
Wood
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.
Wood
$3,528Sale Price|24% Off
H 32.49 in W 34.45 in D 17.92 in
Small Biedermeier Walnut Half Cabinet with Drawer, South Germany circa 1830
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Elegant small Biedermeier half cabinet from Southern Germany, circa 1830. The charming piece is veneered in richly grained walnut on a solid spruce body, displaying the warm tones an...
Walnut, Spruce
$16,000 / set
H 35.5 in W 19.5 in D 22.5 in
French Art Deco Style Brown Leather Ebonized Frame Dining Chairs - Set of 8
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Art Deco Style Brown Leather Ebonized Frame Dining Side Chairs - Set of 8. Item featured has remarkable quality and construction, brass capped ball form feet, ebonized solid ...
Brass
$3,036Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 39.75 in W 25.5 in D 24 in
Fine Set of 8 Chippendale Style Ball and Claw Dining Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This fine set of 8 Chippendale Style Ball and Claw Dining Chairs represents the timeless elegance and enduring craftsmanship of one of the most iconic furniture designs of the 18th c...
Mahogany
NeoClassic Bistro Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
NeoClassic Bistro table, a piece that seamlessly blends timeless design with modern functionality. Handcrafted from solid reclaimed pine, this table showcases the beauty of natural m...
Wood
Outdoor Metal Sconce, Made in Italy
Located in Culver City, CA
Wrought iron sconce with three (3) glass panes. Made in Italy *Please Note: This fixture is made to order in Italy, and comes newly wired (eu wiring). It is not UL Listed. Standa...
Metal
Pair Black Gold Chaumont Velvet Hollywood Regency Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency chairs featuring painted black and giltwood hardwood frames newly upholstered in BRUNSCHWIG & FILS Chaumont Velvet. Two pairs availab...
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Mid Century Boho Chic Faux Bamboo Rattan Chair
Located in Plainview, NY
A quality Mid Century Boho Chic faux bamboo and Rattan armchair. Finely carved , the chair features curved arms resting on a rattan seat. The back of the chair is slightly curved pro...
Faux Bamboo, Rattan
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Located in Buchanan, NY
A sophisticated pair of 1950s Italian sidechairs in green leather with wicker backs and brass detailing. Add some classic mid-century modern elegance to your home with this gorgeous ...
Upholstery
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.